On January 6th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continues. With the trade deadline officially approaching, teams in the league are gradually shifting their focus to the trade market to make a final push towards their goals.
Among them, Butler of the Heat is undoubtedly the most sought-after player in the trade market so far. Due to an irreconcilable conflict with Riley during the offseason, Butler has repeatedly expressed his intention to leave this season, and even named several Western Conference teams he hopes to join through his agent's mouth.
It is precisely because of Butler's arrogance that the Heat management has attributed the team's current situation entirely to Butler's demoralizing influence, and has punished him with a seven-game suspension and salary stoppage, while also completely giving up and being willing to listen to offers for Butler. So how can a trade be made to maximize Butler's value? Anyway, the latter has made it clear that he wants to play anywhere other than Miami, so the initiative lies with the Heat. To this end, the American media "hoopshabit" has provided a constructive 4-for-1 trade idea for the Heat. The specific proposal is as follows:
The Rockets can use Dillon + Adams + Little Jabari + first-round pick to trade for Butler. 4-for-1, farewell Butler! An epic trade plan has been unveiled, and the Rockets want to form the strongest four giants luxury lineup to fully compete for the championship. How will other teams compete?
To be serious, the Rockets, as one of the favorites to win the championship this season, have a record second only to the Thunder and are in the first echelon of championship contenders along with the Grizzlies. Although the Rockets have shown impressive combat effectiveness this season, their shortcomings are equally obvious, lacking in frontline strength, lacking star power, and lacking the ability to deliver the decisive blow at critical moments. Butler's arrival can not only enhance the frontcourt offensive and defensive capabilities, but Butler has also led the Heat to a black eight comeback in the finals, and his leadership skills are beyond doubt. In terms of key shots, he has performed brilliantly in game after game of the seventh game, which means that Butler is one of the few current superstars who can seamlessly connect with the Rockets.
Although this is just a trade proposal from the American media, in the list of potential destinations previously given by Butler, the Rockets were indeed on the list, and there are also reports that the Rockets are very interested in Butler. That is to say, both sides have a good chance of reaching a cooperation. At that time, the Rockets will form a super four giants luxury lineup of VanVleet + Green + Butler + Shen Jing, completely eliminating any weaknesses on both offense and defense. How will other teams compete? The Western Conference is over. As for the Heat, since Butler has decided to leave, trading Butler for talented player Little Jabari is also a good choice, and there is also a first-round pick as an addition. Then, when Dillon and Adams are packaged together for a trade, the Heat will still be a team worth looking forward to.